Ukraine to Receive SCALP Blueprints: How Missiles Compare to Russian Kh-69s
Both the SCALP missile, also known as Storm Shadow, and the Kh-69 are subsonic, traveling slower than the speed of sound.
Ukraine plans to receive classified information on European-made SCALP missiles, despite Russian disapproval, in an effort to develop its own production lines within the war-torn nation. British Prime Minister Andy Burnham's office confirmed that London has agreed to share details on British-made components with European defense company MBDA, which manufactures the SCALP missiles.
The U.K. previously provided Ukraine with Storm Shadow missiles, and France has also contributed SCALP missiles to Ukraine. However, the sharing of sensitive materials could eventually provide Ukraine with a more extensive arsenal capable of striking deep into Russian territory. Although it would likely take years for Ukraine to begin firing domestically produced SCALP missiles, the move comes as Russia intensifies its attacks on Ukrainian cities using missiles and drones.
Global stocks of Western-manufactured weapons are depleted due to the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Iran. Advanced missiles have lengthy lead times, and factories across the U.S. and Europe have recently begun expanding production to meet the increased demand for weapons. Russia responded to the decision by stating it would aggravate the situation and accused the U.K. of participating in the war. Burnham affirmed that the U.K. would continue to support Ukraine despite Russia's threats.
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